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Tag: Carolyn Williams

Common Myths about Estate Planning

Common Myths About Estate Planning

October 9, 2025 | By: Carolyn Williams   There are several common myths about estate planning that are a source of confusion, but are not true. Here are a few common myths that will need to be debunked:   Myth 1– If I die without a will, the state will take my property: This notion… Continue reading Common Myths about Estate Planning

Succession Planning for New York Business Owners

Succession Planning for New York Business Owners

August 13, 2025 | By: Carolyn Williams   Are you a business owner in New York? Here are the reasons why you need a good succession plan for your business.   New York business owners need to ensure that they put together a clear succession plan for their business. A good succession plan will allow… Continue reading Succession Planning for New York Business Owners

Do You Need A Will or Trust in New York?

May 5, 2025 |  By: Carolyn Williams   New Yorkers often neglect to consider whether they need a will and/or trust because the thought of putting an estate plan together can be very daunting. For some people, they don’t think they need it. They leave it to their family members to sort out the details… Continue reading Do You Need A Will or Trust in New York?

What is a Power of Attorney and Do You Need One?

What is a Power of Attorney and Do You Need One?

February 28, 2025 |  By: Carolyn Williams and David Ludwig   A Power of Attorney is a document that gives a person the power to transact business and sign documents on another person’s behalf. In New York, you need to be at least 18 years old to set up a power of attorney.   The… Continue reading What is a Power of Attorney and Do You Need One?

Understanding the Homebuying Process In New York

Understanding the Homebuying Process In New York

November 18, 2024 |  By: Carolyn Williams and David Ludwig   There are many things to consider when buying a home in New York. A few of these considerations, in determining if homeownership is right for you, are the prices of the homes and the current interest rates.  You will also have to consider your… Continue reading Understanding the Homebuying Process In New York

Estate Planning: What You Should Consider

January 4, 2024 |  By: Carolyn Williams and David Ludwig   While many think that crafting an estate plan like a will or a trust is a relatively straightforward matter, numerous considerations go into making an effective estate plan to provide for your loved ones. These are some of the things that you need to… Continue reading Estate Planning: What You Should Consider

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CREATING AN ESTATE PLAN

Things To Consider When Creating An Estate Plan  November 1, 2023  |  By: Carolyn Williams and David Ludwig   When thinking of creating an estate plan, here are a few things to consider before finalizing your final wishes:   Should you create a Will or a Trust?    The essential difference between a will and… Continue reading THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CREATING AN ESTATE PLAN

What Happens to a Person’s Assets Upon Their Death

July 11, 2023   |   By: Carolyn Williams   Dealing with the death of a family member or close friend can be a very difficult and daunting task. Knowing what to expect can make the process seem less overwhelming and less stressful. After handling funeral arrangements, the next step is figuring out what happens to the… Continue reading What Happens to a Person’s Assets Upon Their Death

Considerations When Hiring Employees or Independent Contractors

May 3, 2023   |   By: Carolyn Williams   Hiring Employees or Independent Contractors   If you are thinking about going into business or are already in business, the task of hiring for your business can be quite daunting. There are several things to consider before hiring an employee or an independent contractor. First, you must… Continue reading Considerations When Hiring Employees or Independent Contractors

Know Your Rights: What Should You Do If A Debt Collector is Attempting to Collect A Debt From You

By: Carolyn Williams   [9/30/22] There are times when a debt collector may reach out to you in an attempt to collect a debt. Here are a few things that you will need to be aware of in order to protect your rights.  The Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA), a federal law, prevents debt collectors… Continue reading Know Your Rights: What Should You Do If A Debt Collector is Attempting to Collect A Debt From You

Intern Program

As part of our effort to recruit, develop and retail the best and brightest attorneys, Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig offers a summer intern program for promising law school students who are looking to work as part of an innovative and incredibly successful team. With a global team of lawyers, selected candidates are able to work on high level projects in a collaborative space.

Paralegals and Legal Support Staff

At Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig, our team of paralegals and staff work together collaboratively along side our attorneys toward a common goal. We have created a positive work environment where our paralegals and legal assistants work to successfully reach firm-wide goals and support each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance. They regularly assist our attorneys with organizing and maintaining files, conducting legal research, and preparing documents.